The highly anticipated Sony Alpha a77 camera (see detailed specs) will be released on August 24th. The camera appeared earlier today as a nominee for the Japanese Good Design Award. The page was removed shortly after Engadget reported the news.

Some more details on the upcoming Sony announcement: Sony NEX 7 will look exactly like the previously leaked prototype: Sony NEX-5N: New vertical grip C77AM with dust and moisture protection: New Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 SSM SAL1650 lens: Sony a65 and a77 cameras will also be announced. There is some talk about three new E mount lenses: […]